Emmaus Pastorate

Emmaus Pastorate Welcome to the Emmaus Pastorate, where we journey together on the path towards Christ.

New Year of Little FlowersAll girls Kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to join Little Flowers, To sign-up, scan ...
09/08/2026

New Year of Little Flowers

All girls Kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to join Little Flowers, To sign-up, scan the QR code or contact Jennifer Fuller. Little Flowers Girls’ Club is a Catholic club for girls ages 5 and up that teaches virtues through scripture, saints’ biographies and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The group usually meets on the third Saturday of each month at 9:30 am at St. Mary in Strawberry Point.

Save the Date! Join us for Family Adoration at St. Mary in Strawberry Point on September 20.
09/08/2026

Save the Date! Join us for Family Adoration at St. Mary in Strawberry Point on September 20.

That Man Is You! starts this Saturday!Men of the Oelwein Area Pastorate and the surrounding community are invited to joi...
09/07/2026

That Man Is You! starts this Saturday!

Men of the Oelwein Area Pastorate and the surrounding community are invited to join us for That Man Is You! (TMIY)—a great opportunity to grow in faith, build brotherhood, and become the man God created you to be.

Starts Saturday, September 12
St. Mary’s Apartment, Strawberry Point
(Building next to the church — use the Faith Formation entrance from the church parking lot.)

7:00 AM – Breakfast
7:30 AM – TMIY Program
8:00 AM – Small Group Discussion
8:30 AM – Dismissal

All men are welcome! Come join us for breakfast, fellowship, and a great start to your Saturday. No matter where you are in your faith journey, there’s a place for you!

09/06/2026

Sunday Morning Mass at Saint Mark - Edgewood

09/02/2026

Unscheduled Event

Women of all ages are invited to join She Shall Be Called Woman, a parish-based program designed to help women grow in f...
08/28/2026

Women of all ages are invited to join She Shall Be Called Woman, a parish-based program designed to help women grow in faith, deepen their prayer life, and build meaningful community with other women.

Our next session begins September 24 and will meet on Thursday evenings in the Upper Room at St. Mary Parish, Strawberry Point. All women are welcome! Join us for fellowship at 6:00 p.m., video presentation at 6:30 p.m., small groups at 7:00 p.m., with dismissal at 7:30 p.m. Come as you are and enjoy an evening of faith, friendship, and encouragement!

Backpack Blessings & Faith Formation Registration for St. Mary Church - Strawberry Point; Saint Joseph Church - Elkader;...
08/25/2026

Backpack Blessings & Faith Formation Registration for St. Mary Church - Strawberry Point; Saint Joseph Church - Elkader; Sacred Heart Church - Volga; St. Mark Church - Edgewood; St. Patrick Church - Colesburg.

August 29th (Registration and Backpack Blessing)
• After the 4:00 p.m. Mass at St. Joseph Church, Elkader
• After the 4:00 p.m. Mass at St. Mark Church, Edgewood

August 30th (Registration and Backpack Blessing)
• After the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Mark Church, Edgewood

September 2nd (Registration and Potluck)
• After the 5:30 p.m. Opening Faith Formation Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church, Strawberry Point

Join us on Wednesday, September 2nd, as we kick off our 2026–2027 Faith Formation year! 🙏📚What better way to begin a new...
08/25/2026

Join us on Wednesday, September 2nd, as we kick off our 2026–2027 Faith Formation year! 🙏📚

What better way to begin a new year of growing in faith than by gathering together for Mass? If you’re unable to join us on Wednesday, simply attend Saturday or Sunday Mass in Elkader and Edgewood and stop by the registration table afterward.

Potluck & Fellowship Following Opening Mass Wednesday, September 2nd at St. Mary Catholic Church- Strawberry Point, IA
After Mass, everyone is invited to join us in the church basement for a potluck! Bring a dish to share and come enjoy an evening of fellowship as we begin a new year of growing together in faith. ❤️

Families attending Opening Mass can register for Faith Formation during the potluck or throughout the weekend.

Backpack Blessings & Faith Formation Registration

📅 August 29
• After the 4:00 p.m. Mass at St. Joseph Church, Elkader
• After the 4:00 p.m. Mass at St. Mark Church, Edgewood

📅 August 30
• After the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Mark Church, Edgewood

Whether you’re new to Faith Formation or returning for another year, we’re excited to welcome you! Come celebrate, connect, and grow in faith together.

We look forward to seeing our Faith Formation families, students, catechists, and parishioners from across our pastorate! 💙

Let’s begin the year together!

Are you ready for Lasagna? St. Joseph in Elkader is now taking orders for their Taken 'n' Bake Lasagnas. Also, If you ha...
08/24/2026

Are you ready for Lasagna? St. Joseph in Elkader is now taking orders for their Taken 'n' Bake Lasagnas. Also, If you have produce or ground beef or pork to donate please call the parish office or one of the lasagna committee members. Visit https://www.vibrantcatholic.com/lasagna for order forms.

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